Testis expressed transcript, Y-linked 9A (TTTY9A)

Testis expressed transcript, Y-linked 9A (TTTY9A) is a long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) gene located on the Y chromosome, present in two identical copies within palindromic regions[1]. It is testis-specific and transcribed but does not encode a protein. The specific function of TTTY9A is not defined, although its family of lncRNAs have general roles in the regulation of gene expression, RNA processing, and chromatin structure[1][3][4][6]. There is currently no evidence supporting a direct therapeutic target role for TTTY9A, no known drug interactions, and no established biomarker or safety implications. Its primary reported association is with Branchiootic syndrome, but mechanistic links are lacking[1].

Other names

TTTY9TTY9NCRNA00131Non-protein coding RNA 131Testis transcript Y 9Testis-specific transcript, Y-linked 9A (non-protein coding)TTTY9A

Not applicable; no drugs or therapeutic interventions known to target TTTY9A